Classic Industries Now Offering Reproduction Ground Effects for 1982-1992 Camaros
**High Resolution Images Available Upon Request FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sanaz Bakhtiari/ Sarah Vreugdenhil JMPR Public Relations 818-992-4353 sbakhtiari@jmprpublicrelations.com CLASSIC INDUSTRIES NOW OFFERS NEW REPRODUCTION URETHANE GROUND EFFECTS FOR 1982-1992 CAMARO Z28 & IROC-Z Third-Gen bumper covers and gro ... Continue reading
Production Version of Opel Ampera on Display at 2011 Geneva Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Geneva - March 1, 2011: The series production model of Opel's revolutionary extended-range electric vehicle, the Ampera, will make its grand premiere at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show (March 3-13). First deliveries will be made before the end of this year. With this, Opel makes good on its promise to be the first manufactu ... Continue reading
HaloIPT to Wirelessly Charge Super Luxury Car
LONDON, March 2, 2011 -- HaloIPT will supply its revolutionary induction charging technology for 102EX, the Phantom Experimental Electric vehicle revealed yesterday at the Geneva Motor Show. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has developed the test vehicle to explore alternatives to traditional internal combustion for the first ti ... Continue reading
Southern California Edison Is Priming Customers for Plug-In Electric Vehicles
ROSEMEAD, Calif.--Southern California is a potential mecca for plug-in electric vehicles, but would-be owners of the cars will have some key choices to make before that first in-home charge. âIf you are thinking about buying a plug-in electric vehicle, it is important to know there are a number of decisions to mak ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America Announces 18.5 Percent Increase in February Sales
PR Newswire HERNDON, Va., March 1, 2011 HERNDON, Va., March 1, 2011 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported 21,461 units sold in February 2011, an 18.5 percent increase over prior year sales. Ã The company has sold 39,862 vehicles in the first two months of the year, a 10.3 percent increase over 2010. "We are ... Continue reading
Midtronics CEO Steve McShane Inducted into Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame
WILLOWBROOK, Ill.--Steve McShane, founder and CEO of Midtronics, Inc., was recently inducted into the Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame. The Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago chose McShane as a member of the 2011 Hall of Fame class in recognition of his entrepreneur ... Continue reading
Bentley Supersports 'Ice Speed Record' Convertible Debuts at Geneva Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Bentley announces today its most potent and radically styled convertible ever - the 202mph (325km/h) Supersports 'Ice Speed Record'convertible. This new model, limited to just 100 cars worldwide, is a celebration of the Company's world ice speed record set two weeks ago byFinland's four-time world rally champion Juha K ... Continue reading
Teamwork Helps No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing Team Claim Two Post-Race Awards
CHARLOTTE, March 1, 2011: Perseverance coupled with strong green lap runs helped Kyle Busch and the No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing team finish second and take home two post-race awards Sunday at Phoenix International Raceway. Busch laid down the race's fastest lap on his way to the front of the field late to capture the Goody ... Continue reading
PR Newswire ROCKVILLE, Md., March 1, 2011 ROCKVILLE, Md., March 1, 2011 -- Genovation Cars Inc. (www.genovationcars.com), a Maryland designer and builder of environmentally friendly automobiles, announced that it will be partnering with K2 Energy Solutions, Inc. for the use of its battery packs in Genovation's line of ... Continue reading
PR Newswire TORRANCE, Calif., March 1, 2011 TORRANCE, Calif., March 1, 2011 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported February sales results of 141,846 units. Â With 24 selling days in February 2010 and 2011, sales were up 41.8 percent over the year-ago month on a daily selling rate (DSR) and unadjuste ... Continue reading
Avego Survey Reveals Untapped Consumer Demand for Carpooling to Address Commuting Issues
WASHINGTON--Avego, a global provider of transportation software, reports today the results of a consumer survey designed to determine American commutersââ¬â¢ viewpoints on carpooling. âThis survey demonstrates that Americans are motivated to try carpooling if they can save time and money on their commut ... Continue reading
<b>Drag racing icon Shirley Muldowney, a 3-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion and Grand Marshal of the 2011 March Meet at Auto Club Famoso, Mar. 18-20, looks back and lets loose</b> BAKERSFIELD, Mar. 1, 2011: In a world of changes, Shirley Muldowney remains Shirley Muldowney. Still feisty, candid and brutally honest, th ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces Record February Sales
PR Newswire IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2011 IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2011 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the brand's best ever February sales of 32,806 units, besting the previous February record of 24,052 set in 2010 by 36.4 percent. Ã Year-to-date sales are up 31.2 percent and the 2011 Sorento was KMA's ... Continue reading
PR Newswire NEW YORK, March 1, 2011 NEW YORK, March 1, 2011 -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported U.S. sales of 16,660 Mercedes-Benz and smart vehicles, an improvement of 5.3 Percent compared to February 2010. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted. ... Continue reading
PR Newswire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 1, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 1, 2011 -- The Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich., is hosting The Art of the Auction Saturday, April 16 featuring RM Auctions and its new subsidiary, Auctions America by RM. Ã The session, part of the Museum's 2011 Lecture/Worksh ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports February 2011 U.S. Sales Increased 13 Percent
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 1, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 1, 2011 -- February marks the 11th consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases February sales improve 36 percent over last month's sales as 2011 models resonate with consumers All Jeepî brand models post February sales increases, led by the al ... Continue reading
Fiesta, Focus, Edge, Explorer Pace Ford's 23 Percent Increase in February Retail Sales
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 1, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 1, 2011 -- Ford's February retail sales climbed 23 percent versus a year ago Best month ever for Fiesta; Focus retail sales up 43 percent year-over-year Explorer retail sales up 268 percent; Edge retail sales up 18 percent Fusion, Escape set sales record ... Continue reading
Subaru of America, Inc. Reports Nearly 20% Increase in Sales
PR Newswire CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 1, 2011 CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 1, 2011 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced continued record-breaking sales for February, up almost 20% compared to the previous year. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080325/SUBARULOGO ) February sales records were set by Forester, ... Continue reading
Regan Smith to Conduct Autograph Session at Charlotte's New Furniture Row Shopping Center
CHARLOTTE, Mar 1, 2011: As a continuation of its grand-opening celebration, the new Furniture Row Shopping Center in Charlotte announced that Regan Smith, driver of the No. 78 Furniture Row Racing Chevrolet in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, will conduct a public autograph-signing Wednesday, March 2 from 6-7:30 p.m. ET. ... Continue reading
Gordon Looking To Double Down On Win And Redemption In Vegas
GORDON LOOKING TO DOUBLE DOWN ON WIN AND REDEMPTION IN VEGAS LAS VEGAS (March 1, 2011) â A week after securing the win at Phoenix International Raceway, Jeff Gordon has another opportunity for redemption â this time in Sin City.</p> Gordon, who will drive the familiar No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet during this Sunda ... Continue reading
Toyota Taps 14 Minnesota High Schools As Winners In 'Drive For Education' Contest
PR Newswire ST. PAUL, Minn., March 1, 2011 ST. PAUL, Minn., March 1, 2011 -- Fourteen high schools in Minnesota have been named winners in Toyota's 22nd annual "Drive For Education" contest. The schools will receive $2,500 each at the upcoming Minnesota Boys' State High School Hockey Tournament in St. Paul, with the to ... Continue reading
World Car of the Year Top Three Finalists Announced in Geneva
World Car Awards Top Three Finalists Announced in All Categories AND NOW THERE ARE THREE ..... GENEVA - March 1, 2011 - At a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the New York International Auto Show at the Geneva International Motor Show, the top three finalists for the World Car of the Year, World Pe ... Continue reading
Land Rover's on-going commitment to building vehicles that are more fuel and emissions-efficient reaches another milestone at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show with the first presentation of the Range_e. ... Continue reading
SunTrust Racing: Grand Prix of Miami Preview
HOMESTEAD, March 1, 2011: It hasnât been the kindest place on the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series circuit the last few years for the SunTrust Racing team, but there was a time not long ago that the 2.3-mile road course at Homestead-Miami Speedway was its veritable home away from home. And the karma from those goo ... Continue reading
Retail Sales Propel General Motors to 49 Percent Gain in February
PR Newswire DETROIT, March 1, 2011 DETROIT, March 1, 2011 -- Year-over-year retail sales gain of 70 percent highest on record Car, Truck and Crossover segment retail sales each rise 59 percent or more GMââ¬â¢s newest vehicles continue to gain customers ââ¬â retail sales up 119 percent Retail sale ... Continue reading
Tony Stewart Phoenix Race Report
With 25 laps to go in Sundayâs Subway Fresh Fit 500k at Phoenix International Raceway, Tony Stewart appeared poised to grab his first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series victory of the season and the 40th of his career. He was leading after a strategic two-tire pit stop under green vaulted him from third to first, and with p ... Continue reading
Michigan International Speedway Launches Kids Club
BROOKLYN, Feb. 28, 2011: Kids now have the opportunity to interact with Michigan International Speedway like never before. MIS has launched the âMIS Kids Club,â� designed for the speedwayâs young racing fans. Children 12 years of age or younger can now connect with MIS to stay updated on all the lat ... Continue reading
Skip Barber Racing School Announces The 2011 Karting Scholarship Shootout
In December 2010, forty-four aspiring race car drivers competed in Formula Skip Barber Race cars at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for racing scholarships for the 2011 season. This winter, Skip Barber Racing School will offer this opportunity once again to karters hoping to work their way up the motorsport ranks. November 3 ... Continue reading
Milka Duno Selected As An Ambassador For Univision's Es El Momento Initiative
LOS ANGELES, February 28, 2011: Race car driver Milka Duno has been selected as an Es El Momento Ambassador for the second phase of Univision's highly successful, multi-platform education initiative, Es El Momento (The Moment is Now). The initiative's second phase highlights the importance of children having role model ... Continue reading
World First from Saab: Saab IQon - Open Innovation in Car Infotainment
PR Newswire TROLLHATTAN, Sweden, March 1, 2011 TROLLHATTAN, Sweden, March 1, 2011 -- Ground-breaking car communications platform using Android operating system Enables flexible upgrading and personalization during the car's lifecycle through downloading applications like a smartphone Based on pioneering 'open innovatio ... Continue reading
PR Newswire TORRANCE, Calif., March 1, 2011 TORRANCE, Calif., March 1, 2011 -- 100 vehicles will be given away over 100 days based on daily voting on Toyota's Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/toyota Registered 501c(3) organizations are invited to apply online and tell us how they plan to use the vehicle to do goo ... Continue reading
Saab PhoeniX Concept: The Future is Already Here
PR Newswire ROYAL OAK, Mich., March 1, 2011 ROYAL OAK, Mich., March 1, 2011 -- 'Aeromotional' design inspired by Saab's aviation roots Design and technical features to shape next generation of Saab cars Minimalist cabin with advanced Saab IQon infotainment system Rightsized turbo engine and innovative Saab eXWD for ele ... Continue reading
2011 Geneva Motor Show: Rolls-Royce Phantom 102EX Experimental Electric Car - VIDEO ENHANCED
GENEVA - March 1, 2011: "Today, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars begins an exploration into alternative drive-trains, seeking clarity on which technology may be suitable to drive Rolls-Royce motor cars of the future. The alternative drive-train we choose must deliver an authentic Rolls-Royce experience. It must be a technology t ... Continue reading
Tesla's Groundbreaking Vehicle Engineering on Display in Geneva
GENEVA--Tesla Motors introduces its excellence in vehicle engineering at the Geneva Auto Show with a detailed look at Model S. Engineered from the ground up as an EV, Model S is meticulously designed for superior aerodynamics, stability and handling, crash safety, performance and range. The expanded view of Model S on ... Continue reading
World Premiere of the Porsche Panamera S Hybrid
GENEVA, March 1, 2011 -- - 81st International Motorshow Geneva 2011 - Cross reference: Picture is available via epa european pressphoto agency and can be downloaded free of charge at: http://www.presseportal.de/story.htx?firmaid=9820 - - Cross reference: Further information is available at http://www.presseportal.de/pm ... Continue reading
Hyundai Brings to Life 'New Thinking. New Possibilities.' at 2011 Geneva Motor Show
Hyundai today unveils three new models to a European audience at the 2011 Salon International de L'Automobilein Geneva. All three cars encapsulate the spirit of Hyundai's new brand slogan, 'New Thinking. New Possibilities.' - which itself is launched in Europe today. ... Continue reading
World First From Saab: Saab IQon - Open Innovation In Car Infotainment
Saab Automobile is changing the auto industry infotainment landscape by engaging external partners in 'open innovation' for the development of its new IQon infotainment concept, using Google's AndroidTM operating system. ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars At The Geneva International Motor Show
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presents three Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary Collection cars at the 81st Geneva International Motor Show from 3-13 March 2011. Each of these highly-bespoke Phantom models features a suite of design details, developed in celebration of 100 years of the world's most famous hood figurine. ... Continue reading
Skoda Auto Has Presented A Design Concept And Its New Corporate Design
Under the slogan "he New Power of Skoda" Skoda Auto presented its new corporate design at this year's Volkswagen Group Evening. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen has unveiled an all-new concept, the 'Bulli', at the Geneva Motor Show. It is a development of the Microbus concept which made its debut ten years ago in 2001 and a new generation of Volkswagen people carrier - the first of which broke cover back in 1950 with the production of the first Transporter. ... Continue reading
Geneva 2011: Stunning Seat IBX Crossover Concept Unveiled
Seat is continuing the ambitious development of its new design DNA with the unveiling at the 2011 Geneva International Motor Show of the new Seat IBX concept car. ... Continue reading
Geneva 2011: Debut For All-Wheel Drive Seat Alhambra
The Seat Alhambra - an acknowledged leader among today's full size people carriers and already crowned Whar Car? MPV of the Year in the UK - is now even more versatile thanks to the addition of four-wheel drive. ... Continue reading
Spyker Developing All-New GT Racer For 2012
Spyker Squadron, the factory racing division of luxury supercar manufacturer, Spyker, will focus its resources this year on the development of a next generation GT race car for 2012. ... Continue reading
Original Geneva E-Type Marks A Very Special Anniversary
Excitement on the eve of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show gained momentum as senior executives from Tata Group and Jaguar Land Rover opened Show activities with a celebration of Jaguar's E-type. The iconic sports car was first unveiled 50 years ago in Geneva at the Hotel du Parc des Eaux Vives. ... Continue reading
All-New High-Tech Ford Ranger Wildtrak Makes Global Debut In Geneva
The all-new Ford Ranger Wildtrak makes its global debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, a sporty compact pick-up that delivers impressive power and safety, excellent fuel efficiency and significant capability. It exudes a powerful presence bolstered by the latest in-car comfort and technologies. ... Continue reading
Ford's new Metal Ka will bring style inside and out to Britain's roads when it goes on sale in March. The Metal Ka replaces the Tattoo version and sits alongside the Grand Prix and Digital models which add an extra layer of style and fun to Ka for customers who want to make a bolder statement. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Appoints New Dealer In Nottingham
Situated in a superb location on Nuthall Road, this latest addition to Hyundai's nationwide dealer network will serve the Nottingham area and will be the largest solus Hyundai showroom in the UK. The showroom is 440 square metres, accommodating approximately 12 vehicles. ... Continue reading
For the third year in a row BMW Group has been awarded the acclaimed Industry Supplier Award at the Energy Saving Trust (EST) Fleet Hero Awards 2010, held in association with The Guardian and the CBI. ... Continue reading
Nissan's British designed, engineered and built Qashqai has been a massive success in the UK, securing a spot in the top ten best sellers list. But it's not just the British who love the car, as the innovative crossover has just passed the 1,000,000 sold mark worldwide after just four years in production. ... Continue reading
Three Premieres for Kia at 2011 Geneva Motor Show
Three premieres for Kia at Geneva Motor Show - World premiere of all-new Kia Rio compact car - International premiere for all-new Kia Picanto small car - European premiere of new Kia Optima Hybrid sedan (SEOUL) March 1, 2011 - Kia is celebrating a 'landmark year' in its remarkable history by holding the premieres of th ... Continue reading
Original Geneva E-Type Marks a Very Special Jaguar Anniversary - VIDEO ENHANCED
GENEVA, Feb. 28, 2011 GENEVA, Feb. 28, 2011 -- Excitement on the eve of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show gained momentum as senior executives from Tata Group and Jaguar Land Rover opened Show activities with a celebration of Jaguar's E-type. The iconic sports car was first unveiled 50 years ago in Geneva at the Hotel du Parc ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars Announces Its China Strategy - VIDEO ENHANCED
Volvo Car Corporation manufacturing plant to be built in Chengdu - investigations for a plant also in Daqing ... Continue reading
2011 Geneva Motor Show: LIVE Press Conferences - WATCH THEM HERE
The Auto Channel's PRESS PASS COVERAGE Direct from the 81st International Motor Show in Geneva March 1, 2011: The Auto Channel is pleased to once again bring you the most complete and comprehensive coverage of the Geneva Motor Show, one of the world's great automotive expositions. In the 7 exhibition halls of Geneva's ... Continue reading
Motorsports Fans - Harmony Desktop Application Converts MP3 Music Files to 3D Animated Videos
March 01, 2011, SAN JOSE, CA - The Harmony⢠desktop animation application is now available for download at the Digital Chaotics⢠website. Harmony allows users to make âMusic for the Eyesâ¢â� by building unique, customized animated music videos with just a few mouse clicks. âHarmony giv ... Continue reading
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